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Emmy Award–Winning Filmmaker and World-Renowned Hoop Dancer Eric Michael Hernandez Brings Courage in Motion to Tucson

One-night event at Fox Tucson Theatre combines the award-winning short film Courage, live hoop dance, and an intimate conversation with the artist behind the story.

Award-winning Documentary “Out There” Now Available Online—Purchases Support National Parks

The award-winning feature-length documentary “Out There: A National Parks Story” by director Brendan Hall is now available to rent or buy on demand. A portion of the sales—up to $8—will be donated to Western National Parks (WNP), a nonprofit that supports over 70 national parks across 12 Western states.

Western National Parks Now Accepting Applications for 2026–2027 Grants and Scholarships

Western National Parks (WNP) is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 grants and scholarship cycle. Applications will be accepted through December 11, 2026.

Western National Parks Now Accepting Nominations for 2026–2027 Awards Honoring National Parks and Public Lands Champions

Western National Parks (WNP) is now accepting nominations and applications for the 2026–2027 awards cycle. Nominations will be accepted through December 11, 2026.

Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site Returns to Communities Across the Southwest in 2026–2027

Tour brings Diné weaving, artistry, storytelling, and the living traditions of the historic trading post to communities across the West

Western National Parks supports field trip to Bandelier National Monument

Educator Liz Gilroy of Arroyo del Norte Elementary School immersed 2nd- and 3rd-grade students in the landscapes and heritage of New Mexico with a James E. Cook Nature's Classroom Grant.

Western National Parks Celebrates National Park Week with Special Savings for New and Current Park Protector Members

TUCSON, Ariz., Aug. 13, 2026—National Park Week returns August 22–30, 2026, and Western National Parks (WNP) is marking the occasion with a special offer for new and current members. During the celebration, new and current Park Protector members will...

Meet Nadira Mitchell: Inspiring future generations of wildlife stewards

Curious about beavers? Families are invited to discover just how remarkable these hardworking animals are during the final event of Western National Parks’ Junior Ranger Summer Film Series on Saturday, August 8, at The National Parks Store in Tucson...

Western National Parks expands mission through partnership with Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, local Tucson gem

Western National Parks (WNP) announced a new partnership with the U.S. Forest Service to enhance the visitor experience at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area and provide support to Coronado National Forest.

Parks, public lands, and creative journeys: An interview with Natalie Teboul, WNP-award recipient

WNP interviews 2025 Stewart L. Udall Award winner Natalie Teboul, educator and creator of Traveling Miss T.’s Math Maps©.